Science Saru's upcoming Ghost in the Shell TV anime dropped its second promo video on March 28, 2026 — the same day the official series website announced a July 2026 premiere on Fuji TV's late-night "Kanatele Fuji TV" network block.

The new promo builds on the visual identity established in the first teaser, leaning heavily into hand-drawn animation reminiscent of Shirow Masamune's original manga. Rather than emulating the photorealistic CGI of the 2045 Netflix series or the stylized hyper-detail of the 1995 Mamoru Oshii film, this adaptation embraces a deliberately analog, sketch-like aesthetic — a deliberate creative statement from director Moko-chan, best known for Dandadan.

The Creative Team

The series has assembled a notable staff:

  • Director: Moko-chan (Dandadan)
  • Series Composition / Script: EnJoe Toh (Godzilla Singular Point)
  • Character Design / Animation Director: Shuhei Handa (Scott Pilgrim Takes Off)
  • Music: Taishi Iwasaki, Ryo Konishi, YUKI KANESAKA
  • Music Production: Flying Dog
  • Animation Studio: Science SARU
  • Title Logo Design: Hajime Sorayama

The cast and any US streaming plans remain unannounced as of this writing.

Why It Matters

Science SARU has built a reputation for bold, auteur-driven adaptations — Scott Pilgrim Takes Off and Dandadan both earned international acclaim. Bringing that sensibility to Ghost in the Shell, one of sci-fi's most influential franchises, is a significant bet. The manga-faithful visual direction suggests this version wants to stand on its own terms rather than chase nostalgia.

The July window puts it in the middle of the summer 2026 anime season, competing for attention in a crowded field.